Dad Tired

Today host Jerrad Lopes is joined by UFC fighter, and new dad, Joe Solecki. Joe shares his story of how God re-captured his heart and prepared him to be the leader his family desired. Embarking on his new role as a father, Joe reflects back on his journey of being raised in a religious home, but ultimately compelled toward Christ, based on His kindness and grace.

Do you feel like your family doesn’t seem to quite fit the normal Christian mold? Maybe you come from a broken or blended family, or are currently part of one. In today’s episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Ron Deal from Smart Stepfamilies to talk about how your childhood likely impacted your current role as a father and how you can build love together in blended families.

We all want our kids to be blessed. But, what if our definition of blessing is different than Jesus'?

Ask yourself these three questions: 1. If you're honest with yourself, are you really committed to being the leader your family needs? 2. Do you have a clear vision of where you are trying to lead them? Something that compels you to get out of bed every morning? 3. Who is holding you to that goal? In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes will cover these in more depth, as you listen and work to becom...

We all want to hear from God, but rarely do we make time to listen. It's hard to be a dad who is doing a good job as the spiritual leader of his home, when he doesn't hear where God wants to lead him. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he takes a deeper look into what it practically means to hear the voice of God in a world full of noise.

As young Christian dads, it's important to learn from those who have gone ahead of us. In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Jason Houser (founder of Seeds Family Worship). Jason shares his struggles, wins, and learnings from decades of marriage and years of parenting as the spiritual leader of his family.

In today's episode of Dad Tired, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by comedian Michael Jr. to talk about a single question that could radically change your perspective as a husband, father, and disciple. Michael Jr. will bring encourage and likely touch the heart strings with this captivating interview.

Should Christian dads be prepping? Does God even care, and what does the Bible have to say about it? Whether it's a natural disaster, economic crash, or a terrorist attack; should Christian dads prepare to take care of their family?

It's hard to lead your family toward a God that you don't currently feel close to. In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes encourages you to ask one of the most important questions you can ask yourself this week as a dad and follower of Jesus.

In today's episode, Jerrad Lopes is joined by UFC star Beneil Dariush. Coming off a 5-fight win-streak, Beneil shares: how he began his career in Mixed Martial Arts, how winning became his god, his ultimate surrender to Christ, and his plans to become a missionary after retirement. Beneil's story will no doubt inspire you to submit your plans to Jesus and strive to live a life of obedience.

Should we as Christian dads exercise? Does God actually care about our physical health? Does that Bible say anything about this topic, and does it effect the way I lead my family? Host Jerrad Lopes discusses all these topics on today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast.

Is it possible that our kids will miss out on our wisdom and instruction because they never felt like they were delighted in? In this episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he shares the subtle dangers of not delighting in our children and the ramifications that come with it.

Is your family a peace-making family? Are other people drawn to your family? Are you leading your family to be a blessing to others? In this episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he shares what it practically looks like to be a Christian dad who leads a family of peace and blessing.

The world is crazy right now. Every topic seems to be so divisive. Even Christians are having a hard time discussing hard topics among each other. In this episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Dad Tired member, Jamy to discuss a hot topic in which they seem to have differing views. The two dads work hard to see the other's point of view in an effort to grow in these conversations. If you are a d...

Hiding is nothing new, it started in the garden of Eden. In this episode, host Jerrad Lopes talks about how every dad is still hiding in some way, and how the Good News and reputation of Jesus invites us out.

There are many Christian dads who want to lead their families toward something that they haven't personally experienced. If you are a dad who wants your family to experience the hope, healing, and restoration of Jesus, but have yet to find it yourself, this episode is for you.

In March 2020, Dad Tired community member Brandon Janous lost his wife to cancer after a two year battle. She was 38 and a mother 3. Today's episode will no doubt shift your perspective and priorities as you hear Brandon share with Jerrad what he has learned as a new widower, and what he wishes he would have done differently.

Is it possible to be an absent father, even when you're present? Many adults talk about how even felt like their father wasn't present, even though he was physically around. In this episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he discusses what it looks like to be Christian dads who are present while being present.

What does it look like for a Christian dad to be the spiritual leader of his home during major world events? How does he continue to point his family to Jesus when the world seems a little chaotic. Is there opportunity to grow closer to God, and help your family do the same during trying times? In this week's episode, host Jerrad Lopes will discuss what it looks like to be a dad who loves and lead...

One of the biggest fears that we should have as Christian fathers is that we succeed at everything in life, but fail to love and lead our family well. In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by CEO Daniel Harkavy to discuss where the best leaders put their time and energy. The pair spend a good chunk of their time discussing specifically how important a morning routine is, what it looks li...

Maybe you feel stuck in your old habits, and don't know how to change. Or maybe you've experience serious emotional trauma and you've never had the courage to face it. In today's powerful interview, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Dr. Joe Martin, who shares vulnerably about his past of sexual abuse, adultery, and divorce. Dr. Martin unpacks how someone who has experienced deep emotional hurt, and h...

When most Christian dads think through how to lead their family well, one of the first questions that comes to mind is, "What devotional should I read?" or "What should family Bible time look like in my home?" In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Pastor John McGee from Watermark church to talk about the surprising quality every dad should have, and how it changes the way you disciple...

Are you leading your family like a disgruntled employee, or a successful CEO? In this episode, host Jerrad Lopes covers 5 ways a Christian father can lead his wife and kids in the same way a successful CEO leads an organization.

Most dads want to be the spiritual leader of their home, yet very few fathers were ever taught how to be that kind of Christian husband and father. In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by award-winning film-maker Alex Kendrick (War Room, Facing The Giants, Courageous) to give 5 practical ways for young dads to step up as the spiritual leader of their home.

Have you ever had a moment as a dad where you did something well and surprised yourself? Almost like the wisdom came from beyond yourself? In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by award winning music artist Cody Carnes (The Blessing, Nothing Else, Run to the Father) to talk about how God gives us wisdom beyond ourselves as fathers. Cody shares openly about his childhood, parenting strugg...